"An Ordinary Man," host Jim Wining, host Jim Wining discusses the complexities of freedom of speech from both a constitutional and Christian perspective.

Jim Wining, applies a "Common Sense Christian," approach to worldwide events and circumstances. He is a Bishop and President of Acts Ministry, Inc. It is the only Trans-Denominational and Trans-Doctrinal ministry which through its vision and mission of, "Unity, in Christ, through The Holy Spirit," and "Doing the Right Thing Wherever Needed.," seeks Believer unity."An Ordinary Man," host Jim Wining, host Jim Wining discusses the complexities of freedom of speech from both a constitutional and Christian perspective.Core Themes and Insights:Defining Freedom of Speech: Wining focuses on the word "abridge" in the First Amendment, explaining that it means to condense, contract, or restrict 01:26Opens in a new window. He emphasizes that the Constitution mandates no such restrictions on speech.Hate and Threatening Speech: He argues that while hate speech or threatening remarks are often preludes to dangerous actions, the speech itself does not equate to the act of violence 02:13Opens in a new window. He maintains that to uphold the First Amendment, society must "put up with" even disgusting or vengeful speech to avoid contracting the freedom itself 03:01Opens in a new window.The Christian Perspective: Wining bridges constitutional law with the Ten Commandments, specifically the sixth commandment, "Thou shalt not murder" 04:39Opens in a new window. He explains that while speech should remain free, it becomes "prime information" for a crime once it evolves into physical action or attempted murder 05:06Opens in a new window.Protecting Rights: He concludes by warning that if we allow the government to "abridge" speech we dislike, we jeopardize other fundamental rights, including the freedom of religion 07:11Opens in a new window.